Replacing Sadowsky Bridge 20mm with 19mm alternative

[leroy diamond]

I have a hunch that a bridge with 19mm string spacing would be preferable than the 20mm bridge that is currently on my 4 string Sadowsky. Sadowsky can provide me with a 19mm replacement, but it is little on the pricey side.
Does anyone on here know of a cheap 19mm bridge that would fit the Sadowsky bass in order to give 19mm spacing a try? If it works out, I will go with a Sadowsky replacement bridge

 

[bikeplate]

Mounting pattern is unique i believe. Just buy it from him. Easier and will mount in no time

 

[robthebassplaye]

You can use a HipShot bridge, probably the same mounting holes etc... but, why mess with perfection to just save a few $$$ - You've got a Sadowsky bass, thats pretty impressive, so keep it that way ! Get the bridge from Roger. My .02 cents.

 

[toprekoms]

One millimeter?

 

[Burwabit]

Post a pic of your bridge. Is likely a Hipshot. If so it’s easy to find a replacement with .750 spacing.

 

[robthebassplaye]

One millimeter?

Believe it or not, it makes a big difference to me - so I can appreciate the OP's question.

 

[leroy diamond]

One millimeter?

Yep. That's why Sadowsky supply both a 19mm and 20mm

 

[toprekoms]

I'd like to see you physically (side-by-side) tell the difference between the two. Me thinks you might not.

 

[robthebassplaye]

I can, trust me. Maybe not every one can, but I think most real players with experience can. You'd be surprised.
No doubt I'd be 100% accurate on that test.

:>)

seems like a small number, but its not when you get down to playing - fingers get in the way! Especially my FAT fingers!

Maybe it's just me, but I know I can tell.... And I know other pro players can as well...

YMMV.

 

[Dave W]

I'd like to see you physically (side-by-side) tell the difference between the two. Me thinks you might not.

Guess again. I know I can tell and I'm sure OP can too.

 

[DeliriumTremens]

It adds up. It's not just one mm across all the strings but between each of the strings.

 

[jonathanhughes]

Exactly. On a four string, that's over an eighth of an inch.

 

[leroy diamond]

I'd like to see you physically (side-by-side) tell the difference between the two. Me thinks you might not.

Me Knows I would

 

[leroy diamond]

You can use a HipShot bridge, probably the same mounting holes etc... but, why mess with perfection to just save a few $$$ - You've got a Sadowsky bass, thats pretty impressive, so keep it that way ! Get the bridge from Roger. My .02 cents.

As I said, If I was sure a 19mm bridge would work best for me, then I would be pulling the trigger on a Sadowsky bridge.
The Sadowsky bridge will cost well in excess of 200 euro when shipping and duty are taken into account (I live in Ireland)
That's why a cheaper alternative is initially preferable. If it works, I could move it on and order the Sadowsky. Here are some pics

 

[Jeffrey Wash]

I put a Babicz on my 24 fret 5 string NYC and haven't looked back. And like others have said, one millimeter difference is not an inconsequential thing. I have a pair of Deluxe Jazz basses, one of which was originally 18mm spacing. If I were only playing one bass all the time, it might not be such a big deal, but when you have several in rotation it's helpful to have some consistency of spacing, IMHO.

 

[themarshall]

Exactly. On a four string, that's over an eighth of an inch.

Nope, just under. 3mm = .118”

 

[Garret Graves]

You might be able to buy a cheap threaded barrel bridge such as in the picture- then without removing the bridge from the Sadowsky, use the threaded saddles from the new bridge on your Sadowsky bridge and set it up for a 19mm spread and give it a go!

 

[Sithian]

I felt the difference as well- Suggesting you buy the replacement from Roger. No holes to drill, no worries on install, and proper fit guaranteed.

 

[toprekoms]

OMG, an eighth of an inch. Give me a break man.

 

[edencab]

I have a hunch that a bridge with 19mm string spacing would be preferable than the 20mm bridge that is currently on my 4 string Sadowsky. Sadowsky can provide me with a 19mm replacement, but it is little on the pricey side.
Does anyone on here know of a cheap 19mm bridge that would fit the Sadowsky bass in order to give 19mm spacing a try? If it works out, I will go with a Sadowsky replacement bridge

.if you just "have a hunch" this will be better, you should try to play a 19mm bridge before you drop 200 pounds on a new bridge....I think you should just play and get used to the bridge you have.....200 bills is a lot of coin for a 1mm difference
....look at a ruler, put your thumb on the 20, roll it onto the 19, negligible..IMHO